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🤔 Is your child always on the move, eager to learn at their own pace? Do they love helping others and crave more ownership over their learning journey? If traditional lectures leave them unmotivated, a Learner-Driven model might be just what the
Marine Science STEM Challenge: Build your own terrarium! 🌱🌊 Our learners are exploring ecosystems by creating mini-environments that mimic marine habitats. A hands-on way to dive into marine science! #stemchallenge #terrarium #marinescience #h
🎯 Why is giving kids agency in their education so important? It boosts happiness, engagement, and motivation! When students choose what and how they learn, they take ownership, leading to better outcomes and a lifelong love of learning. Traditi
Our Discovery Studio learners are doing pre writing research here for this session's Writer's Workshop: Biographies! We can't wait to read their work! #prewriting #writingactivities #writersworkshop #biography #actonacademy #columbusohioschool #cbu
Research shows that our youth learn best when they: ➡️ Focus deeply on fewer, more meaningful topics ➡️ Take an active role in the learning process ➡️ Connect new knowledge to their own interests and experiences ➡️ Are motivated by a desire for mas
John Dewey's wisdom is a reminder to evolve our educational practices by adapting and improving teaching methods, tools, and practices to meet the changing needs of students and the world around them. It involves moving beyond traditional approache
"We found significant evidence that reading is linked to important developmental factors in children, improving their cognition, mental health, and brain structure, which are cornerstones for future learning and well-being." - Barbara Sahak
The traditional desk setup is outdated in today's information-driven world. Observations from Montessori settings show that children exhibit remarkable confidence and decisiveness when given autonomy. At Acton Academy Columbus, learners independe
At Acton, our learners take ownership of their education, environment, and even the studio. One of our Eagles accidentally "broke" a table. Rather than putting it to the side and letting an adult deal with it, she got to work. She brought
🌟 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐠! 🌟 Each morning at the Spark Studio begins with the Montessori work cycle, where our youngest learners take the lead. 🧩 They freely choose activities to master from our array of Montessori learnin
🌟 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭-𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧🌟 Every session our Heroes work on real-world projects called Quests, but they also take on one big challenge where they apply their project management and presentation skills—our
We are truly grateful to the parents who choose our school, recognizing that this decision and the journey ahead are not always easy. It’s not easy because we are not here for the quick fixes or the simple path. We are committed to empowerin
🌟 𝐖𝐞'𝐫𝐞 𝐡𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠! 🌟 Join our team as a Guide (Teacher) and help shape a joyful, high-standard learning environment for students aged 6-9. You'll facilitate Socratic discussions, launch project-based learning quests, and guide students in
𝐋𝐞𝐭'𝐬 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐲 -- 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐬 - 𝐒𝐚𝐥 𝐊𝐡𝐚𝐧 Core skills like math, reading, writing (and, all communication) are foundational. They’re considered core because they make doing anything else you c

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